5-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Nainital, Almora, and Ranikhet

• Day 1: Nainital
  Starting from Delhi: 7 hours (305 km)

  Nainital is a serene and beautiful hill station surrounded by greenery and snow-clad mountains. Visit the Naini Lake for a boat ride, Naina Devi Temple for its religious importance, and The Mall Road for some shopping and local delicacies. This is an ideal location for a relaxed and peaceful start to your family vacation.

• Day 2: Almora
  1 hour 40 minutes (63 km) from Nainital

  Almora is a beautiful town surrounded by hills and sacred temples. Visit the Kasar Devi Temple, continue to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary for a dose of nature, followed by a visit to the Bright End Corner for a stunning view. Almora is an amalgamation of history, nature, and serenity.

• Day 3: Ranikhet
  1 hour 37 minutes (49.3 km) from Almora

  Ranikhet offers an array of activities for families. Visit the Chaubatia Orchards to indulge in some fresh fruits, followed by the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum for a dose of history. End your day with a visit to the Jhula Devi Temple to marvel at its intricate and beautiful structure.

• Day 4: Nainital
  2 hours 15 minutes (76 km) from Ranikhet

  Head back to Nainital for a relaxed day by the lake. Visit the Tiffin Top for a bird's eye view of Nainital and take an adventurous trek to China Peak. End your day with a visit to the Governor's House, a marvel of colonial architecture with beautiful gardens.

• Day 5: Departure
  Starting from Nainital to Delhi: 7 hours (305 km)

  End your family vacation with some last-minute shopping from the Mall Road and a relaxed drive to Delhi.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Naini Lake (2 hours, INR 300 per boat ride)
• Naina Devi Temple (1 hour, free entry)
• The Mall Road (2 hours, varies by shop)
• Kasar Devi Temple (1 hour, free entry)
• Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 250 per person)
• Bright End Corner (1 hour, free entry)
• Chaubatia Orchards (1 hour, INR 100 per person)
• Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum (1 hour, free entry)
• Jhula Devi Temple (1 hour, free entry)
• Tiffin Top (2 hours, INR 150 per person)
• China Peak trek (4 hours, INR 200 per person)
• Governor's House (1 hour, free entry)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding transportation): INR 1200 per person

Transportation

You can travel between the three locations by hiring a car or a taxi. The estimated total cost for transportation for the trip is INR 15,000. The costs of taxis can vary depending on the time of year, so it's better to check the prices in advance. It is recommended to book a private taxi, as it will provide more comfort and time management flexibility.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Jim Corbett National Park for a dose of wildlife or go paragliding in Naukuchiatal. You can also add an extra day to any of the destinations to explore it more in-depth. If you have less time, you can skip Almora and directly go to Ranikhet.

Airports

The nearest airport is the Pantnagar Airport (PGH) at a distance of 65 km from Nainital. The airport has regular flights to and from Delhi, Lucknow, and Dehradun.